Job Description

-The Cost Architect will operate from the Value Engineering program and be present in projects or programsthat require an extra focus on cost because of impact or risk. The cost architectwill work with technical teams to determine actual cost estimates of building blocks, and compare these costs with cost targets. Regular cost roll-up and reporting on building block level, purchasing level, project level and on Functional cluster level will create an increased cost awareness and sense of urgency to drive costs down. Main Responsibilities:-Create Cost breakdown in engineering documents on Building Block level (EPS, engineering performance specification / EDS, engineering design specification)-Create Cost SDR (system design rational) documentation that is the underpinning of costs in new or changed designs-Introduce Cost Monitoring in projects,report to Cost project leader, and program manager-The Cost Architect manages interface towards sourcing-Analyze Cost Drivers-Raise Cost opportunities-Follow up plan for Cost initiatives -BB level Cost spec and actual monitoring-Provide teams with target costs-Connect Cost impact from Quality and Leadtime

Context of the position

This position reports to the Group Lead value engineering.

Other information

Our Offer:High quality people are a key asset to our company. To recognize that, we offer highly competitive compensation and benefits packages to attract and retain the very best people and let them share in the success that they build. Our rewards philosophy is to attract and retain specific professional knowledge and competencies within the company by offering a competitive package in local markets where ASML is active.